The speculation around this year's gaming ceremony reached a fever pitch, notably after presenter Geoff Keighley posted a puzzling image of a strange statue. The question has now been solved. Larian Studios is working on a fresh Divinity game.
Revealed to be Divinity, the game was debuted with a daring trailer featuring memorable imagery, from a burning man to scenes of revelry and the very descent into chaos.
Not the Expected Sequel
Anyone hoping for Divinity Original Sin 3, prepare for a surprise. The studio stated ahead of time that a follow-up to its critically acclaimed RPGs is not on the cards right now.
That said, the developer described this new Divinity as a next chapter of the core franchise. This choice of words hints that the team is likely building a real-time experience instead of another turn-based title. Currently, it remains theory, as only a teaser video is available.
The Legacy of Divinity
The Divinity series is widely praised and many say it sparked the recent resurgence of crunchy computer role-playing games. These games are known for intricate stories, player agency, and flexible progression—qualities that later were perfected in games like Baldur's Gate 3.
While its universe is classic fantasy, what makes Divinity apart is the immense freedom granted to the player.
In contrast to modern RPGs have pared back options, Divinity is packed with niche playthroughs you can achieve by choosing a distinct build with a unique decision path.
The series is also notoriously permissive, letting players to improvise throughout the entire experience. Most missions can be completed in multiple ways, sometimes in surprising fashion.
- You might progress the story because you recalled something an animal companion shared.
- Or, you could defeat a foe by teleporting a glob of lava in a unorthodox way.
A New Chapter Begins
It is precisely these elements that allow people to hail games like Divinity Original Sin 2 as among the greatest role-playing games of all time. Now, fans can look forward to more where that came from in this groundbreaking franchise.
